2013 Dana Point Turkey Trot

Thursday, November 28, 2013 at 6:00 AM (PST)

Registration Information

For those of you registering for a 5K, if you are looking to qualify for an age division medal you must run in the race that corresponds with your age:
5K Masters - Ages 40+
5K Open: Ages 39 & below
If you don't think you will qualify for a medal, you are more than welcome to run in whatever race you prefer.

With branches in San Juan Capistrano and Aliso Viejo, The Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley offers a safe, fun, inclusive club programs for kids while instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence. These programs allow the Boys & Girls Club to provide each child with strong moral guidance with the help of positive role models.
Learn more about Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley

Established in 2004, The Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group has provided aid and support to the Wounded Warriors, Marines and their families at the 5th Marine Regiment. As a “Boots on the Ground” Operation, the Support Group strives to maintain a level of morale for the troops and families whether in combat or at home at Camp Pendleton.
Support our Military
Each year the Dana Point Turkey Trot donates a portion of the proceeds to benefit local charities. The Turkey Trot has raised over $150,000 for charities over the last 10 years. This year, we are elated to announce that we will be working with the following worthy causes:
Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley
Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group
Family Assistance Ministries
Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 9934

Family Assistance Ministries is a homeless prevention agency serving South Orange County by providing case management, financial counsel, food, rent, motel, transportation, utility assistance, work force development referral, and more to prevent homelessness and help homeless back to self-sufficiency.

With an outstretched arm, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 9934 offers assistance and aid to military families in need. Located in Dana Point, the VFW Post 9934 provides education relating to Veteran service and youth development, support for disabled veterans and community service to the city of Dana Point.
VFW's Website

Thank you for your interest in the 2013 Dana Point Turkey Trot. Online registration has concluded, but you can still register for the race in person.
Registration will be taking place on Wednesday, November 27th from 12pm - 7pm in the Dana Point Harbor and on race day, Thursday, November 28th beginning at 6am.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at turkey@danapointchamber.com.

Event Details

Produced by the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Run Racing, the Dana Point Turkey Trot is the nation’s sixth largest turkey trot in the country. Named one of America’s best Thanksgiving Day runs by Fitness Magazine, the Dana Point Turkey Trot has become an Orange County tradition, attracting more than 16,000 participants, including friends and family, in its 5K, 10K, Kids’ Gobble Wobble, and two-day health and fitness expo.

The Dana Point Turkey Trot is a USA Track & Field (USATF) sanctioned and certified event.

Tour the beautiful beach, majestic cliffs and coves of Dana Point. Enjoy pounding surf, rugged cliffs, and cool ocean breezes as you sail through the Dana Point Marina, Doheny State Park and pass the Historic Tallship Pilgrim moored in Dana Point Harbor.

From beginners to elite runners, this event is for everyone!

For more information, to register for a race or to become a sponsor, visit TurkeyTrot.com.